Administration Officer

This temporary position as an Administration Officer at the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) primarily involves administrative duties focusing on institutional security management and coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:

• Supporting the implementation of security strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Assisting on matters concerning security for institutional assets and operations.
• Participating in the coordination of emergency procedures and contingency planning.
• Supporting the identification of potential security threats.
• Supporting the investigation of internal security breaches.
• Maintaining records of crimes and incidents.
• Supporting security surveys and inspections.
• Reporting on security-related matters affecting operations to the supervisor.

Person Specifications and Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Business Management, Human Resource Management, Office Management, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A minimum KCSE grade of C+ (plus) or its equivalent.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated good results in work performance.

Key Competencies and Skills

The successful candidate must possess the following key competencies and skills:

• Communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Supervisory skills
• Organization skills